All the superlatives have been stretched to their limits when describing what awaits at Lebombo Lodge on the eastern end of South Africa’s brilliant Kruger National Park. This is a five-star accommodation that has all of the best boxes ticked -- award-winning and inspired architecture, dramatic locations and semi-telepathic service -- but in addition, it comes with one of the densest populations of game in the area. You’ll never forget the sights you see in the park, and the glass nest you live in will make you feel like you’re a part of it more than any large five-star colonial mansion in the bush ever can.

The remoteness of the location and the wet-towel-as-you-arrive service means the 30-minute drive from the airstrip is in the company of at least one foreign honeymoon couple. If you’re lucky like we were, you’ll get a hug from everyone as they spot their first elephant on the way. An outdoor adventure is what you’re in for, coupled with fine dining and incredible wine (all included in the daily price tag).

The animals are the heroes of this show, and the expert staff the narrators of your personal documentary. Whether you do your game stalking on one of the two daily open-top drives, or from the double bed on your cliff-side balcony overlooking magical African wilderness, you’re in for an unforgettable experience. There’s a reason Tatler described this remarkable lodge as “a cause for global celebration.”

First up, you’ll surely have to experience the joy and freedom of the outside shower (not that the sunken bath with views over the river is to be neglected). We lounged away for an hour while watching a small herd of hippos do the same in the river below. The architects set out with the goal of making each of the 15 individual cabins achieve a sense of “infinite space,” and the minimal touches added to the glass containers that sit perched on the hillside add perfectly to this ideal. The space is open-concept, but has a warm, welcoming feel and numerous curtains and blinds make your rooms completely customizable. It’s a truly unique place, and with only a 20-year concession on the property, is also completely removable. We used the watercolor paints and paper provided to create our personal homage to this remarkable experience -- but we only show friends the photographs.